PHOENIX

KIM HYUNWOO

Stage Name: Hyunwoo (현우)
Birth Name: Riku Kimura (木村リク)
Korean Name: Kim Hyunwoo (김현우)
Position: lead Vocalist, lead Rapper, Ace
Birthdate: January 14, 1994
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dog
Height: 185 cm (6'1")
Weight: 70 kg (154 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: INTJ
Nationality: Japanese
Representative Emoji: 🐉
Instagram: @hyunwoo_official
Spotify Playlist: Hyunwoo's Vibes

Hyunwoo Facts:
—He was born in a small rural village in Japan where his family struggled with severe financial difficulties.
—He grew up without many basic necessities and often helped his family by working odd jobs from a young age.
—He moved to Korea alone at the age of 14 after being scouted by a small entertainment company.
—He was transferred to BigHit in 2011.
—He is trained for 5 years.
—He is fluent in Japanese, Korean and English.
—He enjoys reading mystery novels, writing, poetry, and hiking.
—He loves a dark chocolate, black coffee, and spicy Ramen.
—His favourite colour is midnight blue.
—Before joining Phoenix, Hyunwoo was in a failed idol group that disbanded shortly after debuting.
—He is often called the "Ice Prince" by fans due to his cool, distant demeanor. Despite this, he is known to be extremely caring and warm-hearted to those close to him.
—He might seem cold and rude but is an emotional fool.
—He has a sharp, often dark sense of humor that contrasts with his composed image.
—He's known for making blunt and savage comments that leave everyone laughing—or speechless.
—He melts at the sight of puppies. He once rescued a stray puppy and secretly kept it in the dorm until the managers found out.
—Before finding success in music, he tried his hand at acting. Unfortunately, his acting career was short-lived due to his inability to cry on cue—a fact that still embarrasses him.
—His sarcasm is legendary among the members of Phoenix. He can deliver a deadpan comment that leaves everyone wondering whether he's serious or joking (well 89.99% of the time he is serious considering the fact that he had locked everyone in bathroom for not being silent or the time when he legit enrolled Evara in a zoo or the time when he nearly—nearly sold the whole company just because they kept pressuring for ECLIPSE comeback).
—He often stays up late at night, thinking or writing lyrics. He says the quiet of the night helps him process his thoughts and get in touch with his emotions (Behind the scenes of RISE UP Album).
—Unknown to many,he  has a secret passion for painting. He finds it therapeutic and often paints abstract pieces that reflect his mood.
—Due to his struggles in the past ,his biggest fear is being forgotten or left behind. This fear drives him to constantly work on improving himself and his craft.
—He has an unusually high tolerance for alcohol.
—Despite his slender frame, he is dedicated to working out. He often spends hours at the gym, using exercise as a way to clear his mind and stay focused.
—He occasionally has nightmares about his difficult past, particularly the time when he was almost homeless after his first group disbanded.
—He, Minjun and Evara have late night deep talks about human psychology.
—He and Seojun are the definition of opposite traits besties.
—He loves horror movies and often watches them late at night along with evara. The scarier, the better—he enjoys the adrenaline rush and often recommends his favorites to the members.
—Due to his grueling trainee days, he developed the ability to fall asleep anywhere, anytime. He's been caught napping in some of the most unusual places, including the practice room closet.
—He feels awkward on phone calls and prefers texting. His texts are often short and to the point, which some people mistake for being cold.
—Despite being in the spotlight, he is naturally introverted and needs time alone to recharge.
—He enjoys spending his days off at home, reading or listening to music.
—He has a habit of cracking his knuckles, neck, and back whenever he's stressed or thinking deeply. The sound is so loud it often startles the other members.
—Unfortunately, he is allergic to cats, which is ironic given his love for animals. He still enjoys playing with cats when he can, though it usually results in sneezing fits.
—He has an unusual fear of balloons popping. He avoids them at all costs and gets visibly tense when someone starts blowing up a balloon near him.
—He has a strong sense of justice and is quick to stand up for what he believes is right. He's been known to passionately debate with anyone who he feels is being unfair.
—He has a terrible habit of losing his keys and forgetting passcode, which has led to him being locked out of the dorm multiple times. The members tease him about this endlessly.
—Though he doesn't always express his feelings openly, he is deeply caring. He often leaves small, thoughtful gifts for the members when they're feeling down, though he never takes credit for them.
—He taught himself to play the guitar during his trainee days as a way to de-stress. He still plays when he wants to relax or come up with new song ideas.
—He hates having cold feet and always wears socks to bed, even in the summer. The members find this quirky habit both endearing and hilarious.
—He has kept a journal since he moved to Korea, documenting his thoughts, experiences, and struggles. He says it helps him stay grounded and remember how far he's come.
—His favourite number is 7.
—He is best friends with BTS Suga and SEVENTEEN Woozi.
— He has composed over 100+ songs, some of which are yet to be released.
—He is nicknamed as "Pride Of Japan".
—He is called as "The Human Recorder" because he has a photographic memory.
—He loves rainy days, he finds it inspiring and oftentimes writes music during thunderstorm.
—He composed half of ECLIPSE Album songs in a month(Thanks to the monsoon).
—During performance he is known for his signature move of taking off his jacket or shirt and throwing it into crowd.
—"Music is my language, my solace, my rebellion. It's how I speak when words fail me".
—10 years down the line he is thinking to establish his own label to help the youngsters in living the dream which they are deprived of.
—Ideal type: "Someone who can understand my silence and prepare black coffee in rainy days".

Other members about Hyunwoo:

Jaehyun:"Hyunwoo? He's got that 'cool and mysterious' vibe, but don't let it fool you. Underneath all that, he's a total softie who'll cry over a sad movie... or if you compliment him too much. He's like a delicate flower—just don't tell him I said that."

Minjun:"Hyunwoo hyung acts like he's all tough and unapproachable, but let me tell you, this guy is a secret ball of fluff. He'll help you out with the hardest rap verse like it's no big deal, but ask him to kill a spider? He'll run faster than anyone else in the room. It's silly how he doesn't get scared of the most gruesome or horror movies, but screams on top of his lungs just seeing himself accidentally in mirror."

Seojun: "Hyunwoo hyung?He is all about being cool and composed. He's our resident 'cool guy' with the heart of a marshmallow—and the best person to tease because he pretends he's not fazed, but you know he totally is."

Yoonho: "Hyung tries to be the strong, silent type, but deep down, he's just a giant teddy bear. Seriously, he's the one who'll give you the best cuddles when you're down, even if he tries to act all 'too cool for emotions.' Also, he's a total klutz—don't let him near anything breakable."

Taehyun:"Hyunwoo hyung's got that whole 'cold and mysterious' thing going on, but he's really just a big baby. He'll sit there looking all serious, but then you see him playing with a puppy, and boom—instant cuteness overload. And yeah, he cries over the smallest stuff... like the time Evara gave him a crown and he bawled for an hour. Oops, I said it again."

Evara: "Hyunwoo hyung is the best mentor and teacher, but he's also the biggest softie in disguise. He'll act all tough and cool, but the moment you praise him, he's blushing like a teenager. And let's be real, he's the most fun to mess with because he tries so hard to keep up the 'cool guy' act."